Collections Specialist I

German American Bancorp, Inc.
  • Owensboro, KY
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Make a Difference Helping Customers Get Back on Track

    Are you someone who enjoys problem-solving and connecting with people? As a Collections Specialist I, you'll work directly with customers to understand their situations, identify solutions, and help them get back on the path to financial wellness. You'll build relationships, think critically, and make a meaningful impact every day.

    A Day in the Life

    You'll spend your day reaching out to customers with past-due accounts, discussing payment options, and documenting your conversations. When something doesn't add up, you'll dig deeper - researching payment issues, credit reports, and other details to find the root cause. You'll collaborate with your teammates and escalate unique situations as needed, all while maintaining professionalism and empathy.

    What You'll Bring

    • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written and verbally), work with speed and accuracy, grasp technical information quickly and work independently and as a team member.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
    • Willingness to travel for early training

    Bonus Points

    • 1-2 years of experience in customer service, banking, or collections

    What we can offer you:

    • Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, etc.
    • 17 Days Paid Time Off, along with11 paid holidays and bereavement leave
    • Education Assistance Program
    • Paid Parental Bonding Leave
    • Wellness benefits
    • Life event coverage
    • Service awards
    • Financial benefits including 401(k) match, stock purchase plan and more
    • Great deals on both national and local discounts on everything from computers and vacations to phones and retail shopping.
    • Logo wear discounts
    • Free checking account, checks and discounted bank services

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOwensboro, KY

    Skills

    • Banking Servicesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Past Due Accountsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Stock Purchase Plansunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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